Ava, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $44,722

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $134,800

52% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 202/100K

47% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.3%

55% lower than US avg

Median Rent $674

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.2%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.5%

48% lower than US avg

How Ava Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,978

Median Age36.5 yrs

Density897/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$44,722

Per Capita$27,956

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty6.5%

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$134,800

Rent$674

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$216,241

Housing Units1,164

Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

Violent202/100K

Property3,677/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault202/100K

Burglary270/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%

Uninsured10.6%

Smoking21.1%

Depression28.0%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.3 in/yr

Sunny Days259/yr

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.3%

High School+84.7%

Graduate+5.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute17 min

Broadband80.6%

Is Ava a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ava receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ava offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ava is $44,722, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ava is $134,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $674 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ava is below the national average at 202 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,677 per 100,000, 88% above the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Ava enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ava has a population of 2,978 with a density of 897 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53% female and 47% male. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 26.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,978

Total Population

897

People / sq mi

36.5yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

3.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%

Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Ava vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.6%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ava vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ava is $44,722, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,956 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ava vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$44,722
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.5%
	48% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.9 min
Drive Alone	89.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ava is $134,800, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,241, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $674 (42% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,164 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$134,800
	52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$216,241

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$674
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	54.8%
Housing Units	1,164
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

In Ava, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 21.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 32.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Ava vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.2%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	11.3%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	9.3%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.1%
	51% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	32.4%
Depression	28.0%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	43.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.7%
Uninsured	10.6%
	23% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	51.6%

Food & Exercise

Ava has a violent crime rate of 202 per 100,000 residents, 47% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 202.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,677 per 100,000, 88% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,205, burglary at 270, vehicle theft at 202 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Ava receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Ava vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	202.4/100K
	47% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	202.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,677.5/100K
	88% above US avg
Burglary	269.9/100K
Theft	3,205.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	202.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Ava enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.9°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.3 inches
	11% above US avg
Snowfall	1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,270 ft (387 m)
Area	3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density	897/sq mi
Coordinates	36.9520°N, 92.6605°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	38°F (3°C)	2.3 in
March	47°F (8°C)	3.9 in
April	56°F (13°C)	4.0 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.0 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	69°F (21°C)	4.1 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.6 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.8 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.3 in

Ava has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 32°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.9").

15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet access. 89.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.3%
	55% below US avg
High School+	84.7%
Graduate Degree+	5.1%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	897/sq mi
Total Area	3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.6%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.9 min
Drive Alone	89.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ava

What is the population of Ava?

Ava has a population of 2,978 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 897 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53% female and 47% male.

Is Ava expensive to live in?

Ava is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $44,722, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,800 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $674 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ava safe?

Ava is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 202 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,677 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ava receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ava?

Ava enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Ava?

Ava has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 6.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ava?

The median home value in Ava is $134,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,241. For renters, the median monthly rent is $674. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Ava?

Schools in Ava score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.3% of adults in Ava hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ava?

The obesity rate in Ava is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.1% of adults are smokers. 32.4% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 10.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Ava?

The average commute in Ava is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ava?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ava is 97.4% White, 2% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 26.6% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

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